'You have no idea how great he is, really you don't. You have no comprehension - it's absolutely impossible. I can't tell you why he's so great, but he is'.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker admits they cannot articulate why Elvis is great, yet insists on his greatness.
- In plain terms
- They can't explain his greatness but feel it strongly.
- What can you take from it?
- Sometimes excellence is felt more than explained.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we struggle to articulate admiration?
- What does 'greatness' mean without criteria?
Another view
The statement is vague and offers no concrete reasons.
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